For each theme, all the linkups are in one place for l-o-o-o-nger exposure for your fabulous creations. I love the projects you link up, so I will continue to give your amazing projects exposure on Facebook and Pinterest. By linking up, you're saying you're cool with that!

Drum roll please... The first interview for the Inspiring Creative Women series is posted *HERE.*Our talented artist has been extensively published, and talks about how she stretches her imagination, the role blogging plays in that, and so much more.

I'm thrilled that my first artist of the Inspiring Creative Women series is someone whom I 'met' early in my blogging. Her work caught my eye immediately, and she has been a kind and generous follower. A fantastic, published jewelry designer who doesn't tend to wear jewelry, meet Kathy Thompson from Katalina Jewelry ...Her creativity extends far beyond jewelry!

Mindie May shared a great Tips For Bloggers post that covers elements of a successful blog {honesty, connection, reliability, humor, standing out}, tips for building up followers, the reality about how much time is spent building up a blog, commenting, following, and so much more!

It's a great read, and you'll enjoy her humor and honesty!

Mindie May, you're a STAR at I Gotta Create! You can grab the feature button code on the sidebar. <3

Wow! Why use ordinary bows when you can top a gift package like this?! Using silk flowers as bows is a simple idea that works well for Mothers Day, or maybe as part of a birthday party theme, like a Princess Party. Or, what about for a wedding or a shower?

A flower "bow" will cost 30 to 75 cents, depending on the deal you get on your flowering bushes. I wait until they go on sale, naturally!

Presenting the newest Linky Party theme and a new idea for getting to know you better!

I love the projects you link up, so I want to continue to give your fabulous projects exposure on Facebook and Pinterest.

I am also yearning to know about you and your creative process. SO.... one lucky artist from the linky party will be featured here at I Gotta Create in an interview format.*

I am so excited about nurturing a creative community where we inspire and learn from each other!

Bring on the Mother Lode of creativity! Link up the best of your blog or a current project. {limit: 3 projects per week} Fresh links open each Wednesday right here for the Mother Lode theme, and stay open all week. I can't wait to see what you've been up to.

Grab this or the Generic Party Button; or put a text link in your post: I Gotta Create!

*Examples of some 'interview' questions:Tell us a little about you and your interests.How did you come up with this idea / your ideas?What inspired / inspires you? When do you tend to get your best ideas?What personal characteristics do you draw on most to keep pursuing your creative interests?What are your goals or dreams for your creativity?

Nests. They are deeply symbolic, beautiful and functional. They speak of Spring, birth, nature and renewal. They speak of hearth, home, nurturing, and comfort. Yet they also whisper of growth, flight and taking leave.

Spring is in full bloom here. With Earth Day and Mother's Day around the corner it seems fitting to celebrate with a creative seriesof Nests. This "tube nest" is a miniature study of the interactionof our own "Nests"and Nature. In our own homes, plastic is everywhere, so I've transformed a plastic tube into a Nest.

Using permanent inks and embossing powders in conjunction with a variety rubber stamps, I chose a mixture of free flowing images juxtaposed with chicken wire for the back of the tube.

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Welcome! My name is Christina, and I am an artist, designer, crafter and blogger. My joy is bringing you a little encouragement for adding creativity to everyday life. Check out my artwork for licensing, and my blog for crafters and makers.